GP surgery in Stratford-on-Avon
Vale of Red Horse
Old School, Market Square, Kineton, Warwick, CV35 0LP
Scores 95 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 95% of patients say their experience is good and 87% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2017. It is taking on new patients.
How the score breaks down
Each line is a score out of 100. The England average is 50 and higher is better. How it works
Getting an appointment 96
- Easy to get through on the phone91
- Easy to contact online70
- Good experience of getting in touch97
- Did not wait too long for the appointment98
Quality of care 89
- Patients rate the surgery as good96
- Patients got what they needed98
- Doctors and nurses listen77
- Patients trust the staff69
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done47
- Meets NHS clinical targets77
- Children vaccinated on time36
What patients say
109 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
87%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
95%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
+8
change since last year
2025: 86% · 2026: 95%
Getting in touch
The appointment
All survey questions, compared with England
| What patients said | This surgery | England | Last year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Getting in touch | |||
| Easy to get through by phone | 87% | 57% | 87% |
| Easy to contact via website | 66% | 58% | 76% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 67% | 54% | 73% |
| Reception staff helpful | 97% | 85% | 93% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 16% | 31% | 25% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 42% | 42% | 58% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 99% | 84% | 94% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 91% | 93% | 88% |
| Good experience of contacting | 95% | 73% | 88% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 79% | 57% | 77% |
| Waiting time was about right | 95% | 69% | 86% |
| Remote appointment | 13% | 26% | 22% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 93% | 87% | 86% |
| Treated with care and concern | 91% | 86% | 89% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 88% | 75% | 82% |
| Had all the information needed | 97% | 92% | 91% |
| Confidence and trust | 96% | 93% | 92% |
| Involved in decisions | 99% | 92% | 93% |
| Needs were met | 99% | 90% | 91% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 95% | 77% | 86% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 95% | 79% | 80% |
| Supported by local services | 72% | 70% | 80% |
| Discussed managing condition | 47% | 43% | 45% |
| Agreed a care plan | 53% | 46% | 30% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 109 replies, a gap of a few points may just be chance.
What patients tell us
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1 of 10Last time you needed a routine appointment, how long did you wait?
2 of 10When you last phoned, how long did it take to get through?
3 of 10How did you book your last appointment?
4 of 10Can you usually see the same GP?
5 of 10Was your last appointment on time?
6 of 10Are the reception staff helpful?
7 of 10Did the doctor or nurse listen to you?
8 of 10How easy is it to get a repeat prescription?
9 of 10Is parking easy?
10 of 10Would you recommend this surgery?
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Opening times and contact
| Monday | 8:45am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm |
| Tuesday | 8:45am to 1pm 2pm to 8:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8:45am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm |
| Thursday | 8:45am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm |
| Friday | 8:45am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 16 June 2017. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Old School, Market Square, Kineton, Warwick, CV35 0LP
- Phone
- 01926 640471
- Website
- www.kinetonsurgery.org.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Warwickshire East PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- M84062 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Tysoe Surgery
- Main Street, Tysoe, CV35 0SE · 01295 680220
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Children’s play area
- Baby changing facility
- Car parking
- Cycle parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 28 April 2017
This rating is 9 years old. The CQC has not published a newer inspection.
The five questions inspectors ask
| Is it safe? | Good |
| Is it effective? | Good |
| Is it caring? | Good |
| Is it responsive? | Good |
| Is it well-led? | Good |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 15.4% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 6.2% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.6% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.5% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 19.0% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 13.3% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 10.9% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 78% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 81% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 63% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 89% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 71% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 50% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 69% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 62% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vale of Red Horsethis surgery | – | 95 | 87% | 95% | Yes |
| Hastings House SurgeryWarwick, CV35 9RH | 4.4 miles | 94 | 74% | 89% | Yes |
| Fenny Compton SurgerySoutham, CV47 2YG | 5.1 miles | 87 | 84% | 89% | Yes |
| Harbury SurgeryLeamington Spa, CV33 9HR | 6.3 miles | 82 | 73% | 85% | Yes |
| Whitnash Medical CentreLeamington Spa, CV31 2LT | 7.2 miles | 47 | 53% | 74% | Yes |
| Warwick Gates Fam.hth.ctrWarwick, CV34 6DZ | 7.7 miles | 42 | 63% | 73% | Yes |
| St Wulfstan SurgerySoutham, CV47 0FG | 7.8 miles | 100 | 94% | 95% | Yes |
| Shipston Medical CentreShipston-on-Stour, CV36 4BD | 7.9 miles | 92 | 80% | 87% | Yes |
| Croft Medical CentreLeamington Spa, CV31 1SA | 8.3 miles | 42 | 51% | 73% | Yes |
| Southam SurgerySoutham, CV47 1NY | 8.3 miles | 98 | 85% | 99% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Vale of Red Horse taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Vale of Red Horse was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01926 640471.
How do patients rate Vale of Red Horse?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 95% of patients at Vale of Red Horse said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 87% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 95 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Vale of Red Horse?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Vale of Red Horse as Good at its last published inspection (report published 28 April 2017).
What are the opening times of Vale of Red Horse?
Reception is open Monday 8:45am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm, Tuesday 8:45am to 1pm 2pm to 8:30pm, Wednesday 8:45am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm, Thursday 8:45am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm, Friday 8:45am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 16 June 2017. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Vale of Red Horse?
Call 01926 640471 or visit its website, www.kinetonsurgery.org.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Old School, Market Square, Kineton, Warwick, CV35 0LP.
Does Vale of Red Horse have a branch surgery?
Yes. Vale of Red Horse also runs Tysoe Surgery (Main Street, Tysoe, CV35 0SE). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Vale of Red Horse?
Around 7,328 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Warwickshire East PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Coventry and Warwickshire NHS area.
Where this comes from: the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, Care Quality Commission ratings, NHS records of patients, conditions, checks and vaccinations (published through OHID Fingertips), and this surgery's page on the NHS website (checked 20 September 2026). Read how the score is worked out. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.